Domestic Abuse: Support and Advice...
We believe that no one should live in fear of abuse or violence from a spouse, partner or any other member of their household and we will provide a supportive response to anyone that asks for help or advice about domestic violence.
Domestic abuse is "any incident of threatening behaviour, violence or abuse (psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional) between adults who are or who have been intimate partners or family members, regardless of gender or sexuality."
If you require any advice or support, contact your Neighbourhood Officer; we can offer a range of services through our Neighbourhood Teams including additional security measures to keep you safe and financial advice through our Welfare Officer, as well as exploring re-housing options if you need to move.
You may also find the following agencies a useful source of information:
- Domestic violence helpline
Help for those experiencing domestic violence.
Tel: 0808 200 0247 - National Centre for Domestic Violence
For help with getting an injunction call us now 08709 220 704 (24 hours a day/365 days a year)
24 hour emergency freephone 0800 9 70 20 70 - The Relationships Centre
Access to an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) and help with injunctions.
01744 743200 - Refuge
Emergency accommodation and support for women and children experiencing domestic violence.
Website: www.refuge.org.uk - Women's Aid Federation of England
Support, advice and information on all aspects of domestic violence.
Website: www.womensaid.org.uk - Worst Kept Secret
Preventing Domestic Violence in Merseyside.
Tel: 0800 028 3398.
Website: www.worstkeptsecret.co.uk - Rights of Women
Works to attain justice and equality by informing, educating and empowering women about their legal rights.
Helpline: 020 7251 6577.
Website: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk - Broken Rainbow
Helpline for lesbians, gay men and bisexual or transgendered people experiencing domestic violence.
Helpline: 08452 60 55 60.
Website: www.broken-rainbow.org.uk - ManKind
Help and advice for male victims of domestic violence.
Helpline: 0870 794 4124.
Website: www.mankind.org.uk - MALE advice and inquiry line
Tel: 0845 064 6800.
Website: www.mensadviceline.org.uk - Hidden Hurt - Domestic Abuse Information
Advice and information for those suffering from domestic violence.
Website: www.hiddenhurt.co.uk
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